IIA Project Assistant (Astronomy Kits) Walk-in Interview 2026 – 1 Post

IIA Project Assistant (Astronomy Kits) Walk-in Interview 2026 – Job ID: IIA/11/2026-27/02

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru is hiring one Project Assistant (Astronomy Kits) under the NCSTC/DST funded project titled “Astronomy outreach as a tool to promote science literacy in rural and other under-served communities”, anchored by its Science Communication, Public Outreach and Education (SCOPE) Section. Low-cost astronomy kits will be developed and prototyped through this programme for eventual large-scale use in astronomy clubs.

Vacancy Details

Essential Qualifications

• Master’s or BS-MS degree in Physics / Mathematics, or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, with 60% aggregate marks or equivalent grade from a recognised University / Institution under UGC or Central or State Governments.

Essential Skills

• Basic knowledge of astronomy and physics.
• Aptitude in developing science/astronomy models and demonstrations.
• Ability to research, design, prototype, assemble and test low-cost astronomy kits.

Desirable

• Experience in developing STEM/astronomy educational kits or hands-on experiments.
• Knowledge of product design and development, including prototyping and testing.
• Aptitude for developing Do-It-Yourself (DIY) activities.
• Basic knowledge of electronics, sensors, optics, mechanical components, etc.
• Experience with CAD, 3D printing and/or fabrication.

Job Description

• Research and collate astronomy & physics concepts, experiments and educational resources for school and junior college level.
• Design, prototype, fabricate, assemble and test basic and advanced astronomy outreach kits.
• Develop hands-on activities, demonstrations and experimental setups for astronomy outreach.
• Prepare technical documentation, activity procedures, user manuals, videos and other resource material.
• Test, troubleshoot and improve developed prototypes and kits.
• Deploy and demonstrate kits during astronomy workshops, exhibitions and outreach programmes.
• Maintain records of designs, components, fabrication, testing and feedback.

Walk-in Interview Details

Date: 06 October 2026, between 09.00 AM and 05.00 PM at the Institute Campus, 2nd Block, Koramangala, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru – 560034. Candidates must register between 09.00 AM and 10.00 AM; late entrants will not be entertained. Candidates may apply for both posts under IIA/11/2026-27 or for any one post.

How to Apply

1. Attend the walk-in interview with the duly filled prescribed application, passport-size photograph pasted on top, original certificates and one set of self-certified photocopies.
2. Bring original and one copy of CV, date of birth proof, educational qualification certificates, experience certificates (if applicable) and ID proof.
3. No TA/DA will be reimbursed. The appointment is purely on a contract basis.

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